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March 7, 2013

Saltless Diets

Before I found an alternative way to replace sugar, now I found a way to
make our dish salt-less without sacrificing the flavors and taste.

The recommended amount of sodium intake daily is 2300mg and for ages 51
and up, it is lowered to 1500mg. This is also the recommended value for persons
with hypertension, diabetes, heart failure or chronic kidney disease.

One way to lessen the sodium intake is by avoiding foods high in salts. Sodium
is commonly found in the form of table salt or NaCl. Using potassium-based
salts can be also considered as an alternative. This will give the same
saltiness but with less sodium than the regular salt. You may need to consult
your doctors before trying these products especially if you have some health
problems.

Another way to enjoy your food without sacrificing flavors is thru the
use of vinegar with herbs and spices as seasoning. Just heat vinegar not
boiling, transfer in a container, add with one or several herbs to taste, rest
for at least two weeks before using.

There are also ready-made herb mixtures in the market but I suggest to
make your own. For some salt-less seasoning mix check HERE. I haven’t tried making one but have planned
to do it.